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Joshua C. Black
Jul 13, 20233 min read
Are My Political Views Protected at Work?
While the First Amendment's protections regarding free speech do not typically extend to the private workplace, employees in Phoenix, Arizon
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Joshua C. Black
Jun 29, 20233 min read
What Happens to My Work Visa If I am an Immigrant and Get Terminated from My Job?
While the prospect of losing your job as an immigrant on a work visa can be daunting, it does not automatically result in the loss of your
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Joshua C. Black
Jun 1, 20233 min read
Understanding the Distinction: At-Will Employment vs. Right to Work
While both at-will employment and right to work are prevalent in Arizona, it is crucial to distinguish between them.
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Joshua C. Black
Apr 6, 20221 min read
Top Lawyers: Joshua C Black On The 5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field
I recently sat down to answer some questions about the practice of employment law with Authority Magazine.
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Joshua C. Black
Nov 9, 20212 min read
How to Accommodate Religion in the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. Religious accommodations in the workplace are something many businesses must address to ensure a safe and inclusive
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Joshua C. Black
Sep 30, 20212 min read
Hispanic Heritage Month and the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 through October 15. Started as Hispanic
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Joshua C. Black
Jul 19, 20213 min read
Can You Get Fired for that Instagram Post?
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
With the increasing popularity of social media, employees should be aware that once posted online, live there ind
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Joshua C. Black
Jun 29, 20213 min read
Combating Ageism at Work
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting older workers by
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Joshua C. Black
Jun 24, 20212 min read
Understanding LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Employers are now required to provide the same job opportunities and conditions for LGBTQ+ employees
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Joshua C. Black
Mar 3, 20212 min read
Can You Refuse to Return to Work and Still Get Unemployment Benefits? The Answer is Maybe.
By Joshua C. Black, Esq.
A recent executive order issued by President Biden is designed to clear up confusion associated with who can – and
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Joshua C. Black
Feb 8, 20213 min read
Racial Diversity Matters in the Workplace
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
Last year was unprecedented in many ways. From a global pandemic and community shutdown to an increased awareness
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Joshua C. Black
Dec 16, 20202 min read
Is it OK to RSVP ‘No’ to the Company Holiday Party?
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. With COVID-19 numbers spiking this winter, you may be apprehensive about attending face-to-face holiday parties
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Joshua C. Black
Nov 24, 20202 min read
How Prop 207 and Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Affect the Workplace
With the approval of Proposition 207, many Arizonans are wondering how legalizing marijuana will impact the workplace.
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Joshua C. Black
Nov 11, 20202 min read
Understanding Veterans' Rights at Work
One of the most helpful and comprehensive laws for service members is the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
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Joshua C. Black
Nov 1, 20202 min read
Paid Time Off to Vote? You May Qualify!
30 states in the U.S. require business owners to give workers either paid or unpaid time off to vote on Election Day. Arizona requires...
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Joshua C. Black
Sep 10, 20201 min read
Employment Laws and Workers' Compensation in a COVID World
Join attorneys Joshua Black and Matt Fendon as they discuss the state of employment laws and workers' compensation during COVID-19.
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Joshua C. Black
Aug 26, 20202 min read
Arizona Named Top 10 for Women’s Equality in the Workplace
The study looked at the information from all fifty states and listed Arizona at number five for women’s equality.[4]
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Joshua C. Black
Jul 7, 20202 min read
Working in the Summer of COVID: Three Essential Topics to Cover With Returning Employees
As employees begin to return to the workplace en masse after months of alternative work arrangements employers must be ready to address new
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Joshua C. Black
Jun 25, 20203 min read
Equality in the Workplace for the LGBTQ Community
On June 15, 2020, the Supreme Court decided a monumental case for the LGBTQ Community, interpreting Title VII of the Civil Rights Act...
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Joshua C. Black
Jun 15, 20203 min read
Historic Victory for LGBTQ Workers
On June 15, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court expanded Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, a major step forward towards equality in the workplace.
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